Serving 227 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 227 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2733 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
84%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #2733 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
227 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Edgewood Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Edgewood ISD School District.
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